Jake Mc Millen
About Jake Mc Millen
Jake McMillen is a Software Engineer with a strong academic background in Mathematics and Computer Science. He has held various teaching and research positions at institutions such as Emory University and Portland State University, and currently works at NWEA in Portland, Oregon.
Work at NWEA
Jake Mc Millen has been employed at NWEA as a Software Engineer since 2016. His role involves developing educational assessment tools and software solutions that support student learning and growth. NWEA is known for its commitment to providing insights that help educators and students achieve their goals.
Education and Expertise
Jake Mc Millen holds multiple degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science. He earned a Master’s Degree in Mathematics from Emory University from 2006 to 2010. He also completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics and Philosophy at the State University of New York at Fredonia from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, he studied Computer Science at Oregon State University from 2015 to 2016. His educational background is complemented by a focus on Math Education, which he pursued at Portland State University from 2012 to 2014.
Background
Jake Mc Millen has a diverse background in education and research. He began his career as a Math Tutor at Infiniva Tutoring in 2005 and later worked as a Mathematics Instructor at Emory University from 2006 to 2010. He also served as a Graduate Research Assistant at Portland State University from 2012 to 2014. His experience includes teaching roles at various institutions, including Hawken School and the Center For Talented Youth at Johns Hopkins University.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining NWEA, Jake Mc Millen held several positions that contributed to his expertise in mathematics and education. He worked as a Math Editor at Renaissance Learning from 2014 to 2015 and as an Undergraduate Researcher at the National Science Foundation in 2004. His teaching experience spans multiple years and institutions, including a significant tenure at the Center For Talented Youth from 2004 to 2013.